A new report, Cybersecurity as an Engine for Growth, looked at Beersheba, Israel; Malvern, United Kingdom; and San Antonio, United States to find 3 ways cyber security can lead to economic growth:
- Proximity to government cybersecurity functions ups the talent pool & opens up contracting opportunities.
- Being able to attract or develop a workforce is critical.
- Requires Research centers and incubators nearby.
- Industry leadership help raise public awareness & bring crucial capital to the market
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